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Cards issued by foreign banks are not accepted in Russia. After you cross the Russian border, the convenience you are used to is no longer available: you are unable to conveniently pay for your coffee, book a taxi, or buy a museum ticket. You need to find a currency exchange office, keep cash on hand, and avoid unplanned spending.

A convenient solution is PayInRussia. This service helps foreign travelers to pay for purchases and services in Russia using their smartphones. https://payinrussia.com You can manage without cash or have to visit a bank.

What can be paid for?

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• taxi rides and delivery services;
  
• accommodation and flight tickets;
  
• coffee shops and restaurants;
  
• retail outlets and shopping centers;
  
• museum and event tickets;
  
• orders from Russian online stores and marketplaces.
  

How does it work?

Register before your trip while you are still at home. To do this:

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• upload a scan of your passport;
  
• take a selfie;
  
• complete a brief identity check. Your personal details is recognized automatically, and you do not need to receive text messages on a Russian phone number.
  

Add funds to your balance using a card issued by a foreign bank or a payment service available in a supported country before traveling to Russia.

Make payments for your purchases:

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• At physical points of sale: scan the QR code at the checkout. An internet connection via Wi-Fi or a mobile network must be available.
  
• On the internet: pay for orders in e-commerce stores and reserve accommodation and purchase tickets right in the application.
  

What makes it convenient?

PayInRussia has been designed specifically for international tourists:

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• you do not need to be a Russian resident;
  
• you do not have to set up an account at a Russian bank;
  
• you can avoid visiting bank branches or currency exchange offices;
  
• you can register and top up your balance in advance of your journey;
  
• you can easily pay for purchases with your mobile phone;
  
• the service is ideal for short visits as well as longer stays.
  

How can you start using the service? It only takes three straightforward steps:

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2. Download the app on your smartphone.
   
3. Add money to your balance using a bank card issued abroad.
   
4. Pay for purchases in Russia: open the app, press the QR payment icon, and scan the code at the checkout. The money will be withdrawn from your balance instantly.